Buying in Darlington
Darlington is a well-connected market town in the north east of England. With plenty of parks, a bustling high street and some of the best schools in the region, it’s a fantastic place to raise a family.
Darlington has a great night-time economy, with a multitude of restaurants, bars and pubs that draw people from across the region. Independent shops and bars have thrived here, and some are firm favourites with locals who have frequented them for years. Put simply, Darlington has everything that you would need from a small town - plenty of amenities and easy access to the major cities in the region.
Getting the best mortgage deal in Darlington
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Transport in Darlington
Darlington is just off the A1, meaning that it’s easy to travel both north, south and west without having to drive on A-roads for a long time. Around the town itself, there are buses that are regular and reliable, as well as some community buses that run for free from some of the surrounding villages. However, Darlington itself is small enough to cover on foot or by bicycle if needs be.
Darlington is also well placed for commuters, as it’s location on the north east mainline links it to London, York, Newcastle and Edinburgh. Train journeys to London and Edinburgh take around 2 and a half hours, whilst journeys to York are 20 minutes and Newcastle is 30 minutes.
Living in Darlington
Darlington is popular with families as the below-average house prices attract people from all over the North East. Large employers in the town include EE and the Student Finance Company, who are partially responsible for a buoyant jobs market.
There are many desirable areas in Darlington, and in general, homes cost below the national average. Cockerton and The Denes have an abundance of well-priced Edwardian and Victorian homes, close to good schools and with easy access to the A1 within a 10 minute drive.
Alternatively, the areas of Mowden and Hummersknott are large mid-century estates that are perfect for families, close to some of the best-rated schools in the area. The West End is one of the most affluent areas of the town. Here, multiple storey Victorian villas dominate - expect to pay way above the national average for a property here.
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